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The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources released new regulations for the SMART program. While there are a number of positive provisions, Dave Gahl, senior director of Northeast state affairs at the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) argues that several provisions will result in significant harm to the solar industry and should be revisited in light of the pandemic.

Join SEIA staff experts and special guests for the ninth webinar of the COVID-19 Solar Industry Impact Webinar Series. These important weekly presentations serve to update participants on how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the U.S. solar industry, provide updates on federal and state policy and offer tips for navigating these complex developments.

Join SEIA staff experts and special guests for the eighth webinar of the COVID-19 Solar Industry Impact Webinar Series. These important weekly presentations serve to update participants on how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the U.S. solar industry, provide updates on federal and state policy and offer tips for navigating these complex developments.

Join SEIA staff experts every Friday for an update on how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the U.S. solar industry, updates on federal and state legislation, and how to navigate these complex developments.

Like many American industries, the solar industry has been hit hard by COVID-19. Compounding issues, including supply chain delays, tightening of tax equity markets, homeowners’ financial concerns, shelter-in-place orders, and permitting challenges are all placing tremendous pressure on the industry. Without strategic government action, U.S. jobs and economic investment will suffer.

On Monday, May 4th, SEIA filed responsive comments to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding implementation issues under the Public Utilities Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (PURPA).